In an article in the LA Times is a mention that long time (33 years) editorial cartoonist Dwane Powell with the News & Observer is no longer a full-time editorial cartoonist, but has been dropped to a part-time position. Additionally, he has been restricted to local issues. UPDATE: According to Daryl Cagle, Dwayne has resigned […]
Rome News-Tribune editorial cartoonist Mike Lester has been honored with “Best Original Editorial Cartoon” in this year’s Better Newspaper Contest (BNC) and Better Newspaper Advertising Contest (BNAC) sponsored by the National Newspaper Association. The award recognizes newspapers who “find new ways to entice readers to subscribe and convince businesses that their publications are still the […]
The Honolulu Advertiser is planning on 50 or more cuts in its employees. While the exact number of jobs is still being worked out, Wayne Cahill, administrative officer of the Hawaii Newspaper Guild, has stated that longtime editorial cartoonist Dick Adair’s position will be eliminated.